Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic

These roasted Brussels sprouts with garlic are crispy, golden-brown, and the perfect healthy appetizer for any occasion! Roasted Brussels sprouts are a light and flavorful side dish that you can eat with any protein.

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The simple seasoning makes this dish super easy to make while accentuating the roasted flavor of the Brussels sprouts. Because it is so easy to make, it is likely that you already have the ingredients in your kitchen—all you need is oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Finally, adding freshly minced garlic to the baking tray will give your house an irresistible aroma!

How to Get the Bitterness out of Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Brussel sprouts can be known to be somewhat bitter, but you can easily remove the bitterness by adding salt. Salting the Brussels sprouts before cooking them is not only for the seasoning but also for the bitterness. Cutting the Brussels sprouts in half also releases some of the bitter flavors in the middle of the Brussels sprouts.

Are Roasted Brussel Sprouts Healthy?

Roasted Brussels sprouts are incredibly healthy!

They are packed with nutrients and have many health benefits. They are high in fiber, vitamins K, C, and A, and rich in antioxidants. Roasted Brussels sprouts also have very little oil, making them low in fat and calories.

Should Brussel Sprouts Be Cut Before Roasting? 

Yes! It would be best if you cut Brussels sprouts in half before roasting. It helps the Brussels sprouts roast evenly and gets crispy on both sides of the Brussels sprouts.

Cutting the Brussels sprouts in half also allows them to cook faster since there is less volume to cover.

The cut side will also caramelize and give the Brussels sprouts more flavor. Cutting the Brussels sprouts also helps to make them less bitter.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Recipe

Ingredients

Servings: 4

• 1 pound brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 clove of garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 1/4 tsp pepper

Kitchen Tools

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Chopping board
• Kitchen knife
• Baking tray
• Oven

How to Make Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic (Step-by-Step)

Step 1. Prep the Ingredients

Wash and clean the brussels sprouts and thoroughly pat dry.

Next, cut the stems off the brussels sprouts. Don’t cut too much.

Then, proceed to slice them in half.

Step 2. Bake and Enjoy

Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Make sure the brussels sprouts are faced down. Bake at 425 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes, or until nicely golden brown.

Add minced garlic in the last few minutes of cooking and you’re done!

What Goes With Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Garlic?

Roasted Brussels sprouts are a versatile vegetable side dish that you can serve alongside any main entree. You can serve roasted Brussels sprouts with pan-seared chicken breasts, pork chops, steak, and fish.

These roasted Brussels sprouts are also lightly seasoned, making them perfect for large holiday meals. It will provide an excellent contrast with many other side dishes with bold flavors.

How to Store Roasted Brussel Sprouts

If you have leftover roasted Brussels sprouts, you can store them in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Then, you can easily meal prep roasted Brussels sprouts since they are healthy and stored well.

How To Reheat Brussel Sprouts 

You can reheat leftover roasted Brussels sprouts by adding them to a lightly oiled baking tray at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes.

You can also heat them in an air fryer at 350 degrees for 5 minutes.

Using the oven and the air fryer are the best ways to keep the Brussels sprouts crispy, but you can also use the microwave for 30 seconds at a time.

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